# CS108 RFID Reader vs NFC

The clearest difference is rating: NFC at 4.3 against CS108 RFID Reader's 2.8. NFC also leads on ratings volume (95 vs 6) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). CS108 RFID Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. CS108 RFID Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

NFC holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC has 95 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

CS108 RFID Reader ships an update every 5 weeks, NFC fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on June 5, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CS108 RFID Reader | NFC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cs108-rfid-reader/id1225904974/reviews) | **[4.3 (95 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer/id1527949024/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **95** |
| Positive reviews | — | 59.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 51 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [CSL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225904973) | [Cameron Nazemi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1470818209) |

## What reviewers say

### CS108 RFID Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cs108-rfid-reader/id1225904974)

This utility app demonstrates the capabilities of the CS108 RFID reader. Users can explore its functions and access the source code for further development on the developer's website.

**Highlights:** RFID reader function demonstration, Source code access, Utility for developers, Cross-device compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### NFC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer/id1527949024)

Easily read, write, and lock NFC tags with this utility app. It supports various tag types, allows writing text or URLs, and offers pre-built templates for common tasks like Wi-Fi logins and contact cards. You can also erase tags and set passwords.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tag data, Write text and URLs to NFC tags, Lock NFC tags to make them read-only, Pre-built templates for common NFC tasks, Set and remove NFC tag passwords, Erase NFC tags

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NFC Pro (Monthly) | $0.49 | per month |
| NFC Pro | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Perfect for reading NFC tags
- 🚀 Quick and easy to use
- 👍 Simple and intuitive
- 👍 Works well with NTAG213
- 👍 Good for basic read/write functions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Text truncated when reading
- 🐛 Raw data field shows raw data
- 🐛 Application became unusable for some
- 🐛 Too many ads
- 🐛 Won't write to NFC tags

**Reported bugs**

- Full tag text truncated
- App became unusable
- Doesn't open URLs
- No read on iPhone 15 Pro
- Doesn't read NFC tags

**Requested features**

- Automatic scan on app open
- Dark mode icon
- Formatting NFC tag
- SSID WiFi option
- Ad-free version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CS108 RFID Reader free?

CS108 RFID Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is NFC free?

NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CS108 RFID Reader or NFC?

NFC is rated higher. CS108 RFID Reader averages 2.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while NFC averages 4.3 from 95 ratings.

### Do CS108 RFID Reader or NFC have ads?

NFC shows ads; CS108 RFID Reader does not.

### Which is updated more often, CS108 RFID Reader or NFC?

CS108 RFID Reader ships an update every 5 weeks, and NFC fortnightly. Most recently, CS108 RFID Reader was updated on June 5, 2026 and NFC on September 22, 2026.

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